Rachael Levitt

Oct 24, 2024 | fodors.com | Rachael Levitt

When is it safe to visit the Middle East? “So, who are you voting for?”Nothing strikes terror in my heart more than a stranger asking me about my political views in public–especially one who is hosting me for dinner in their home, and in a foreign country no less. It was like cringing into a neutron star. It was my first time meeting the Khzouz family, eating an elaborate homemade meal in their home in Amman, Jordan–a mere 50 miles away from Jerusalem and the escalating Israel-Hamas war.

Oct 24, 2024 | flipboard.com | Rachael Levitt

4 hours agoLaunched today, the inaugural issue of Dominican-American photographer Renell Medrano’s ICE Magazine centres on the the “Ice Girl” – an archetype inspired by the women Medrano grew up around in the Bronx, New York, as well as those she was drawn to in popular culture. “Onlookers no longer have to …

Aug 28, 2024 | fodors.com | Rachael Levitt

Things get weird when time gets warped. Perhaps you’ve heard the parenting platitude about routine: the security it brings is the major factor in eliciting a child’s most perfect, polite, adorable behavior and the key to success in educational, artistic, and athletic pursuits; supreme health, happiness, and well-being; as well as maximum accomplishments and potential future income earnings. No pressure! It’s a wonderful maxim for any family that thrives on a disciplined, jam-packed schedule.

Apr 8, 2024 | fodors.com | Rachael Levitt

Do the things that scare you. When I started reading suggested packing lists for a February cruise trip through northern Norway, I nearly lost my mind and canceled. The extra layers of clothing I had expected, but the advice on what apparel to bring–everything from wool underwear to balaclavas–made my feelings of unease escalate to heart palpitations.

Mar 11, 2024 | fodors.com | Rachael Levitt

Grab a pen and meet your newest bestie. Beth Santos is practically a celebrity in the travel industry for her role as founder of the epic women’s travel community Wanderful (she even serves as godmother to a cruise ship), but to the average reader and traveler, she’s your new BFF. Dear BFF, you ask her, Where should I travel? What do I need? How can I do it all solo–and why would I want to?